The Gist Healthcare Podcast How a BayCare Pilot Reduced Stress, Increased Job Satisfaction Among Nurses
Jul 21, 2025
Healthcare burnout is a pressing issue, especially for nurses facing high stress and turnover. BayCare Health System in Tampa is pioneering a program adapted from military stress management strategies. By using tailored micro-lessons and peer support, they’ve created a supportive environment that improves job satisfaction. Remarkably, the pilot has shown significant reductions in nurse turnover and boosted engagement, highlighting the importance of prioritizing mental well-being in healthcare settings.
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Stress First Aid Reworked For Nurses
- BayCare adapted the Stress First Aid peer-to-peer model, originally for military, into a nurse-focused wellbeing program.
- The adaptation created a shared language and structure for identifying and supporting stress among nurses.
Train In Short Micro-Lessons
- Deliver training in short, practical micro-lessons to fit nursing shifts and encourage participation.
- Use eight monthly 10-minute lessons with discussion so nurses can return to patients quickly and adopt the material.
Use A Stress Continuum As A Common Language
- The stress continuum (green, yellow, orange, red) gives teams a concise way to communicate nonclinical distress levels.
- This common language helps peers detect behavioral changes and know when to offer more active support.